7 "Two things I ask of you, Lord; do not refuse me before I die:

Other Translations of Proverbs 30:7

King James Version

7 Two things have I required of thee; deny deny...: Heb. withhold not from me me them not before I die:

English Standard Version

7 Two things I ask of you; deny them not to me before I die:

The Message

7 And then he prayed, "God, I'm asking for two things before I die; don't refuse me -

New King James Version

7 Two things I request of You (Deprive me not before I die):

New Living Translation

7 O God, I beg two favors from you; let me have them before I die.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 30:7

Commentary on Proverbs 30:7-14

(Read Proverbs 30:7-14)

In every age there are monsters of ingratitude who ill-treat their parents. Many persuade themselves they are holy persons, whose hearts are full of sin, and who practise secret wickedness. There are others whose lofty pride is manifest. There have also been cruel monsters in every age.